Crowds shell out for seafood as Easter egg prices crack Australians have flocked to fish markets for the traditional Good Friday shopping spree but cheaper species are expected to be high on the menu this year. AAP · Mar 28, 2024
ASIC loses case over comparison site's crypto service Finder has successfully defended a lawsuit brought by the corporate regulator, which was seeking penalties over its crypto asset-related product. AAP · Mar 14, 2024
Education loans jump as back-to-school expenses pile up The cost-of-living crisis is leading to a steep rise in families taking out loans to cover their kids' education expenses. AAP · Jan 17, 2024
Doors open to housing fund as renters fall behind A landmark government housing fund has opened its doors to developers as new data shows rental prices grew faster than home values for a second year running. AAP · Jan 15, 2024
'Grand final of shopping': Shoppers to spend almost $24b on Boxing Day Shoppers are expected to splurge almost $24 billion in the Boxing Day sales. Newcastle Herald · Dec 25, 2023
Boxing Day bargain hunt after flat period for retailers Deeper discounts could greet Boxing Day shoppers as retailers look to boost flatter sales ahead of Christmas from interest rate hikes and economic uncertainty. AAP · Dec 24, 2023
Shoppers to spend almost $24b on Boxing Day sales Australians are expected to spend big in the Boxing Day sales, the "Grand Final" of shopping around the nation which starts on Tuesday. AAP · Dec 23, 2023
RBA grants Christmas wish: cash rate held at 4.35 per cent Mortgage repayments in Newcastle have increased $539 a month since February. Newcastle Herald · Dec 5, 2023
O’Neil accuses Dutton of politicising national security on visas for Israel-Palestine conflict: as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2023
Shoppers spend big on Black Friday sales Australians are tipped to spend more than $6 billion on Black Friday bargains, providing a boost to retailers grappling with a slow year of sales. AAP · Nov 23, 2023
How much you need to earn to buy a house in Newcastle 'People are looking at stretching themselves financially'. Newcastle Herald · Nov 10, 2023
More pain for borrowers as big banks pass on rate hike Three of Australia's biggest banks have hiked interest rates in response to the Reserve Bank's latest cash rate increase. AAP · Nov 7, 2023
Australians resorting to theft amid high cost-of-living As cost-of-living pressures put household budgets under stress, millions of people are resorting to stealing to get the basic necessities of life. AAP · Oct 22, 2023
Robot dogs, tech bros and virtual Geisha girls: when SXSW came to Sydney The famous Austin festival picked the Harbour City for its first foray overseas, bringing an eclectic mix of AI, celebrities and cutting edge ideas The Guardian - AU · Oct 20, 2023
Pedestrian.tv · Oct 10, 2023 One In Eight Aussies Have Admitted To Shoplifting ‘Cos Cost Of Living Is Kicking Our Asses Pedestrian.TV does NOT encourage the act of... price gouging.
Pedestrian.tv · Aug 28, 2023 Netflix Has Had A Drop In Users For The First Time Since 2015 Amid Password Sharing Crackdown Netflix has had a drop in users for the first time since 2015 amid the rising cost of living crisis and the crackdown on password sharing.
Daily Mirror · Jul 2, 2023 Brits to spend £700 more on holidays this summer as number one destination revealed The average Brit holidaymaker is expected to fork out £2,115 on foreign breaks this summer – up 48% from an average of £1,425 last year – with one destination expected to see £11bn in tourism
The New Daily · Jun 23, 2023 From pet food to lipstick, Australia’s top-rated retailers If you want to make the most of EOFY sales, check out which retailers Australians have voted as the best across a range of categories.
The New Daily · Jun 13, 2023 International travel out of the question for many Australians The cost-of-living crisis and expensive airfares has made it so international travel is out of the question for many Australians.
The New Daily · May 11, 2023 Best credit cards revealed: Analysis shows Australians are paying $1.1 billion too much Australians could save around $100 per year by switching their credit card to a lower interest option, according to new analysis.
The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2023 The cost of saving: 15 ways to actually save money in everyday life How much can changing electricity suppliers actually save you? When’s the best time to buy groceries? And how can you save on petrol? We ask the experts
Newcastle Herald · May 3, 2023 Time to negotiate? Rents up 4.5 per cent in Newcastle in 12 months The median weekly rental value in the region is $616.
The New Daily · Apr 12, 2023 Five tips to help pull yourself out of a debt spiral If you've found yourself sinking in debt-filled quicksand, find out what you can do to help drag yourself out.
AAP · Mar 31, 2023 Australians bracing for health insurance price hikes More than a million Australians are set to face increased health insurance premiums, with HBF among the providers upping prices.
Daily Mirror · Mar 25, 2023 Cheapest place for beer in world revealed - from 67p pints to 16 places under £1 The price of beer is incredibly important to Brits - particularly those heading on their holidays - and there's somewhere in the world you could get a whole pint for just 67p